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Quote by Dan Fante

“Stay in the present. And that's not a glib answer. The way to stay in the present is to have a love for what you're doing and a vitality and a sense of well-being that is generated by your art.”

Quote by Dan Fante

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Dan Fante was an American author known for his semi-autobiographical novels and short stories. His works often focus on the lives of the underclass in Los Angeles, depicting the struggles and lives of marginalized individuals. Born in 1944, Fante passed away on November 23, 2015. more

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